Thanksgiving Isn’t About What You Ate; It’s About The LinkedIn Eight!

Thanksgiving is not just a time for feasting; it’s a time for an attitude of gratitude. During this season of reflection and appreciation, taking a moment to acknowledge the contributions and qualities of those in your network can resonate deeply, enhancing relationships and spreading goodwill.

To help you show your appreciation effectively, we’ve compiled a list of eight thoughtful activities that you can implement today. These actions on LinkedIn are designed to let your Connections know how much they mean to you. 

1. Endorse Skills on LinkedIn:

* Insight: Endorsing skills you’ve experienced highlight genuine competence and supports your connection’s professional credibility.
* Steps:
– Navigate to your LinkedIn connection’s Profile.
– Scroll to the ‘Skills & Endorsements’ section.
– Click on a skill or the ‘+’ next to the skill you can vouch for.
– Select the level of proficiency and your working relationship.
– Confirm the endorsement.

2. Facilitate Warm Introductions:

* Insight: Proactively introducing mutual connections who can benefit from each other’s expertise fosters valuable professional relationships.
* Steps:
– Identify two connections whose professional interests align.
– Send a joint email or LinkedIn message, including a brief professional summary of each and your rationale for the introduction.
– Encourage them to connect directly.

3. Engage with Their Content:

* Insight: Actively engaging with your connection’s content shows you value their expertise and contributions to their field.
* Steps:
– Find a relevant post or article they’ve authored.
– Read, like, and share their content on your Profile or in Groups.
– Contribute constructively in the comments section to enhance the discussion.

4. Write Recommendations:

* Insight: A well-crafted recommendation can significantly enhance a connection’s LinkedIn presence and open professional doors.
* Steps:
– Go to your connection’s profile, click ‘More,’ and select ‘Recommend.’
– Write a personalized recommendation that highlights specific achievements or qualities.
– Review and submit your recommendation.

5. Share Insightful Content:

* Insight: Sharing content that is genuinely useful to your connection can demonstrate your commitment to providing value and reinforcing your professional relationship.
* Steps:
– Choose relevant, insightful content that aligns with their current personal and professional interests.
– Send it directly via LinkedIn message or email with a note on why you think it’s valuable for them.

6. Send a Personalized Video Message:

* Insight: A personalized video message can create a memorable connection and show your network you care in a more personal way.
* Steps:
– Use the LinkedIn mobile app to navigate to their profile.
– Initiate a message, select the ‘+’ and the video icon.
– Record a brief, friendly video message and send it.

7. Interview Them for Content:

* Insight: Interviewing a connection showcases their expertise to a broader audience while creating engaging content for your platforms.
* Steps:
– Propose an interview detailing the format and intended platform.
– Schedule and prepare for the interview, focusing on topics that highlight their strengths.
– Conduct the interview, edit, and publish the content, ensuring to share it with your network.

8. Give Kudos on LinkedIn:

* Insight: Public acknowledgment via LinkedIn Kudos can enhance morale and publicly show your respect and appreciation.
* Steps:
– Visit their profile, click ‘More,’ and choose ‘Give Kudos.’
– Select the appropriate Kudos category.
– Customize your message by sharing specific details about their impact or achievements.
– Post it so both your networks can see it.

PS. The Social Sales Link Team is Full of Gratitude to You and Our Entire Community. Happy Thanksgiving!

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